#12542 Why Do Catholics Have a Pope? Saints and Original Sin - Karlo Broussard

“Why do Catholics have a Pope?” This question opens a discussion on the role of the papacy in the Catholic Church, alongside inquiries about the participation in receiving the blood of Christ at Mass and the certainty of a saint’s canonization. The episode also touches on the differences between Protestant and Catholic views of original sin, providing a well-rounded exploration of key Catholic beliefs.

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Questions Covered:

• 05:09 – Why do folks not participate in receiving the blood of Christ from the chalice at Mass?
• 15:30 – Is the Catholic Faith a religion of prayer and faith building?
• 22:59 – How can the Catholic Church be certain that a saint is in Heaven when they are canonized?
• 28:55 – How can I explain to my Orthodox friend that the Filoque is an item of separation and why is it that he can receive communion in the Catholic Church?
• 39:21 – What is the difference between the Protestant and Catholic views of original sin?
• 46:00 – Why do Catholics have a Pope?
• 49:34 – How does the liturgical calendar work?
• 52:09 – What is an appropriate posture for saying the Lord’s prayer during Mass?